Reports: Newcastle United star Jonjo Shelvey to miss out on place in Englands World Cup squad

Jonjo Shelvey is not being considered by England boss Gareth Southgate

Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey is set to miss out on a place in Englands World Cup squad.

Despite the playmakers top form for the Magpies and a series of injuries in the Three Lions squad, it is understood Shelvey will not be selected by manager Gareth Southgate.

The England boss is set to name his final 23-man squad on Wednesday.

Shelvey appeared to have played himself into contention for a seat on the plane to Russia with his recent form for Newcastle – with club legend Alan Shearer championing the Magpies ace’s return to the England side.

He has been one of the Toons brightest stars this season and has impressed with his passing ability  something which would be welcomed in a Three Lions team which has, at times, look stunted in attack.

Southgates options in midfield have also been hampered by injury  Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has been ruled out of the tournament with knee ligament damage, while there are doubts over Liverpool team-mate Adam Lallana after an injury-hampered season which has seen him make just one Premier League start.

But Shelvey is not expected to even be considered for a place in Southgates World Cup squad due to his disciplinary record.

Southgate wants men he can trust to take the field in an England shirt in Russia and it is claimed the boss harbours doubts over the 26-year-old temperament.